Properties of Websterite and Phyllite
Grain Size
Coarse Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Dull to Vitreous to Submetallic
Phyllitic
Cleavage
Irregular
Crenulation and Pervasive
Toughness
Not Available
1.2
Specific Gravity
3.2-3.5
2.72-2.73
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
3.1-3.6 g/cm3
2.18-3.3 g/cm3
Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant
Websterite vs Phyllite Properties
Properties of Websterite and Phyllite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Websterite vs Phyllite properties, get to know more about Websterite Definition and Phyllite Definition. For the ease of understanding, the properties of rocks are divided into physical and thermal properties. Rocks have a variety of properties like hardness, color, specific gravity, fracture, cleavage, luster etc. Know all about physical and thermal properties of Websterite and Phyllite.